2005 Acura NSX vs. 1974 Buick Skylark

To start off, 2005 Acura NSX is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura NSX (286 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1974 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1974 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Skylark weights approximately 155 kg more than 2005 Acura NSX.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1974 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura NSX. (305 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura NSX.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Acura NSX 1974 Buick Skylark
Make Acura Buick
Model NSX Skylark
Year Released 2005 1974
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3179 cc 5724 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 286 HP 150 HP
Engine RPM 7100 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 305 Nm 366 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1450 kg 1605 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 5170 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1960 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2960 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 68 L


 

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